OUTPATIENT COUNSELOR INDEPENDENT LICENSE LCSW OR LPC
Company: CRISIS PREPARATION AND RECOVERY, Inc.
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: September 27, 2024
Job Description:
The Outpatient Counselor provides professional behavioral health
services designed to decrease the impact of behavioral health
disorders and other emotional disturbances. The primary
responsibility is to provide assessment and treatment; which
requires the application of specialized knowledge in the area of
behavioral health diagnosis and intervention. Work is conducted on
an independent basis but is regularly reviewed to ensure that
caseload is properly managed, clients are progressing
satisfactorily and treatments and interventions are done in
accordance with policies, procedures and regulations. CPR is a HRSA
NHSC provider for potential loan repayment at various clinic
locations.
CPR is committed to making diversity, equity, inclusion, and
belonging integral to our daily operations. We employ talented,
diverse, and creative individuals and are dedicated to ensuring
equitable treatment by promoting fairness and respect across all
levels of our organization.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Excellent oral and written skills to communicate in a
professional manner with clients
- Strong clinical skills to diagnose and treat behavioral health
issues
- Attention to detail and able to problem solve and work
independently
- Ability to work within an electronic medical record system
(EMR) Duties:
- Determines client service needs by assessing individual
client's level of functioning, behavioral health symptoms and
history
- Determine diagnosis and treatment needs
- Develop individualized client treatment plans and review
frequently
- At each session, determines the degree of Danger to Self (DTS)
behavior or intention of client
- At each session, determines the degree of Danger to Others
(DTO) behavior or intention of client
- If needed, coordinates the petitioning of a client for a
court-ordered evaluation
- After each session completes appropriate documentation
- Documentation must meet standards and be in compliance set by
CPR's Quality Management Department
- Coordinate and collaborate with all clinic support staff to
assist clients with various needs
- Provide and follow-up on referrals when appropriate
- Completes discharge plan when clinically appropriate
- Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Education
Requirements:
- Current, unrestricted license issued by the Arizona Board of
Behavioral Health Examiners: LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social
Worker), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), Ph.D (Doctor of
Philosophy), Psy.D (Doctor of Psychology).
- Documented post-master's experience for two (2) years,
including experience within the past 24 months providing Outpatient
counseling services, or an equivalent of experience, skills and
education. Appropriate reference checks by letter or telephone as
requested. Background check, as required by state. Other Items:
- Must comply with training and supervision requirements during
the first 90 days of employment, and throughout employment.
- All licensed, certified or registered staff will be monitored
regarding restrictions, Medicare/Medicaid sanctions, criminal
violations, subsequent malpractice actions and any settlement made
on behalf of the practitioner.
- Provide evidence of professional liability insurance coverage
in the amount acceptable, minimum $1/$3 million.
- All CPR clinical staff are required to apply for, and/or
present and maintain, within 7 days of hire, a Class One
Fingerprint Clearance card. If application is necessary, a copy
must be submitted to include in their personnel file until card is
received. Also to provide a copy of the card upon any renewal. This
includes any volunteers, interns and administrative staff positions
as needed.
- Valid driver's license and auto insurance must be maintained at
all times. Must maintain a current CPR/First Aid card.
- All expirables to be renewed and submitted 30 days prior to
expiration date. It is the duty of the licensee to keep all
expirables active and current and report any mandated change to the
Board immediately.
Keywords: CRISIS PREPARATION AND RECOVERY, Inc., Gilbert , OUTPATIENT COUNSELOR INDEPENDENT LICENSE LCSW OR LPC, Other , Gilbert, Arizona
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